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Uncover the Ring of Kerry & Kerry Cliffs -Private Luxury Day Tour

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Killarney, Ireland

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

The Ring of Kerry is a journey through some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery, and a private tour with Kris M Tours, allows you to soak in the beauty at your leisure.
As you travel, you’ll learn about the local legends and historical tales that give these places their unique character. The flexibility of a private tour means you can linger at the spots that capture your heart the most, perhaps even discovering some hidden gems along the way.
Remember, the Ring of Kerry isn’t just a route—it’s an experience. Each twist and turn reveals new wonders, from the wild Atlantic waves crashing against rugged cliffs to the tranquil beauty of the lakes and mountains. And though gratuities for your driver/guide are optional, they are always appreciated.
Enjoy your adventure through Ireland's natural wonders, and may it be an unforgettable experience filled with captivating stories and memories to cherish for a lifetime.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
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Beech Road
Monearmore, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 AW26, Ireland

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Killorglin (pass by)

Killorglin – The Town of the King Puck Legend Your journey begins in Killorglin, a riverside town where myth and festival intertwine. Here, the Laune flows under ancient arches, and the story of King Puck — the wild mountain goat crowned in celebration — lingers in the air like a mischievous blessing. It’s a place where tradition smiles, and the road ahead feels touched by folklore.
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Kerry Bog Village Museum

Bog Village – Where Time Moves Slowly A short drive brings you to a place where the past rests gently on the land. Thatched cottages, turf fires, and quiet pathways invite you to step into an Ireland shaped by resilience and simple beauty. It’s the soft opening note of your day’s story.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry

Kells Sheepdog Demonstration – The Dance of Shepherd and Dog On a hillside overlooking the sea, you’ll witness a partnership older than memory. The shepherd calls, the dog answers, and the flock moves as one — a living poem of instinct and trust.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cahersiveen

Cahersiveen – Birthplace of Daniel O’Connell In this quiet town stands the birthplace of The Liberator. A humble house, a powerful legacy — a reminder that great voices often rise from small rooms.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cahergall Fort

The stone fort of Cahergal built around 600AD. It is well worth a visit. The current structure has undergone some reconstruction and while the purist may say it is too “clean and pure” it is an impressive site. With walls approx 6 m high and some 3 m thick this dry stone wall fort is one of the best examples of an early medieval stone forts to be found on the ring of Kerry.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Reenard

Ferry to Valentia Island – Crossing Into Another World The short crossing feels like slipping between realms. The mainland fades, the island approaches, and the air grows wilder, saltier, more ancient.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valentia Island

Valentia Telegraph Station – Where the World First Connected On this windswept headland, the first transatlantic cable carried messages across the deep. The building still hums with the thrill of connection.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Skellig Experience Visitor Centre

Skellig Visitor Centre – Echoes of the Monks Inside, the story of Skellig Michael unfolds — monks, stone huts, wind, prayer. A tale of devotion carved into a lonely rock.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Portmagee

Portmagee – A Harbour for Hunger and Heart Lunch (1 hour) in a village wrapped in sea air and gentle colour. Fishing boats sway, gulls drift, and the harbour feels like a warm pause in the day.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kerry Cliffs

The cliffs stand over 1000ft above the wild Atlantic and were formed in a desert environment 400 million years ago. Out to the west stand the amazing Skellig Rocks one of only three UNESCO world heritage sites in Ireland. Of course the Kerry Cliffs are the closest viewing point to the great rocks and also the famous Puffin Island. Allied with these facts as you stand at the summit of this mystical place and breath in the freshest of air, deep in to your lungs from the wild Atlantic and observe this natural wonder. You can relax and unwind and observe the majestic views from here which reach out for 30 miles of the surrounding areas. The visit to Kerry Cliffs in an option and it may shorten the time spent on some other attraction, as to fully admire the amazing views minimum one hour is needed.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Waterville

Waterville – A Village Between Lake and Sea Beloved by dreamers, Waterville sits in a cradle of water and light. A place where horizons stretch wide.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Com An Chiste

Com an Chiste Pass, a mountain pass on the Ring of Kerry. It offers spectacular views of the Kenmare Bay and the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountains.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sneem (pass by)

Sneem is a small and picturesque village in County Kerry, Ireland. It is located on the Iveragh Peninsula, which is part of the Ring of Kerry, a scenic coastal route. Sneem lies on the estuary of the River Sneem, which flows into Kenmare Bay. The name Sneem comes from the Irish word An tSnaidhm, which means "the knot". There are different explanations for this name, but one of them is that the village consists of two squares, North and South, that are connected by a bridge over the river, forming a knot-like shape. Sneem has a rich history and culture, and it has attracted many visitors over the years. One of them was the former French president Charles de Gaulle, who visited Sneem in 1969 and has a monument dedicated to him in the North Square. Sneem also offers many attractions and activities for tourists, such as hiking, cycling, fishing, golfing, and kayaking. You can explore the natural beauty of the mountains, lakes, forests, and bogs that surround the village.
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Kenmare

Kenmare is a small town in the south of County Kerry, Ireland. The name Kenmare is the anglicised form of Ceann Mara, meaning "head of the sea", referring to the head of Kenmare Bay.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Moll's Gap

Moll’s Gap is a mountain pass on the N71 road from Kenmare to Killarney in County Kerry, Ireland. It is part of the Ring of Kerry tourist route, and it offers stunning views of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains, the lakes and the bogs of the Killarney National Park. Moll’s Gap is named after Moll Kissane, who ran a shebeen (an unlicensed pub) in the 1820s, while the road was under construction. She made Poitin, a hard liquor, for the workers who built the road. The shebeen is no longer there, but you can still see the remains of her cottage near the gap.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ladies' View

Ladies View is one of Killarney's and indeed Ireland's best known scenic viewing points. It is named after Queen Victoria's Ladies in Waiting who were part of her entourage during her visit to Killarney in 1861.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Torc Waterfall

Torc Waterfall is a 20 metres high, 110 metres long cascade waterfall formed by the Owengarriff River as it drains from the Devil's Punchbowl corrie lake at Mangerton Mountain. The waterfall, which lies at the base of Torc Mountain, in the Killarney National Park,
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Service animals allowed
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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  • Operated by a business

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A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST). Read more Apr 2025

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